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Hiking Across Switzerland on the Via Alpina
“The best way to see a country is to walk across it,” they said. I could not agree more. After about 200 miles, 70,000ft of elevation gain, and 13
Top 10 Favorite Days on the PCT
There were so many great days out of the 160 that I spent hiking the PCT. How can I only chose 10? After much thought and consideration, the top 10
O Canada! I Thru Hiked the PCT!
Wow. What a journey. I walked 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada across three states and through the diverse, ever changing landscapes of the west
Cold Toes, Wet Clothes, Full Hearts
Washington. I’m speechless. It is truly difficult for me to put into words the majestic beauty of this state. Only one word really comes to mind.
Oregon: The Vortex State
I blinked and I am done with Oregon. Oregon was short but so, so sweet. The forests are lush, the lakes are deep, and the elevation is less steep.
My 24 Hour Challenge Experience
Sometime in Southern Oregon, my friends and I started talking about doing the 24 hour challenge. The goal of this challenge is to see how many miles
First State Down on the PCT
Northern California is under rated. Coming straight from the Sierra section my expectations for this next section was little to none. Boy was I
Halfway There and Livin on a Prayer
I turned 27 on the PCT! We spent my birthday in South Lake Tahoe, riding around on scooters, laying out at the beach, and eating through the town.
10 Not So Fun Things About Hiking the PCT
The Pacific Crest Trail is majestically beautiful. It roams through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. I get to live in this
Farewell Sierra, Hello NorCal
Done with the Sierra already?? Time flies when you’re having fun, they say. They’re right. After two off days in town doing all the fun things